2002 Honda Mobilio vs. 1983 Renault 18
To start off, 2002 Honda Mobilio is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Mobilio (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1983 Renault 18. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 235 kg more than 1983 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda Mobilio (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 18. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Mobilio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Mobilio | 1983 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Mobilio | 18 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
